• pascal@lemm.ee
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      5 months ago

      Unfortunately not.

      I say that not because I hate Russians.

      I hate the Russians that fly to Maldives and act like they own the place and are constantly rude to Maldivians, other tourists and leave trash behind when they leave.

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        5 months ago

        I’ve seen it described as “manufactured outrage.” I think it’s an appropriate term.

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      5 months ago

      Funny thing, I made the same question in reverse once, and the crowd on here descended on me for “whataboutism”.

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        5 months ago

        Tbh it is a fine line in many cases, and there is no right answer. Every country can decide who to let in, and others have the right to form their opinion on it. I disagree with this one, as I would also disagree with banning all Russians, but I would highly support the targeted sanctioning and travel restriction of diplomats, politicians and oligarchs of both countries.

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      5 months ago

      Careful. As I understand, this is considered “whataboutism” and isn’t really allowed to be discussed. Even though it’s a fantastic point to make with regards to the events happening elsewhere.

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      5 months ago

      Yeah, how come Israel gets all the economic sanctions and Russia gets nothing?? Oh wait…